What is Colonialism and Decolonization?
Colonialism is a system of political, economic, and cultural domination by one nation over another, often involving settlement and exploitation. Decolonization is the process of undoing this domination, leading to the independence of colonized territories.
Historical Background
The era of modern colonialism began with European expansion in the 15th century, reaching its peak in the 19th and early 20th centuries. The post-World War II period witnessed a major wave of decolonization, leading to the emergence of numerous independent nation-states in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.